2009 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1960 MG Magnett
To start off, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 MG Magnett. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 MG Magnett would be higher. At 1,487 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 MG Magnett is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1960 MG Magnett. (63 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1960 MG Magnett. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 MG Magnett weights approximately 50 kg more than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1960 MG Magnett is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 MG Magnett. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Grande Punto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 MG Magnett (115 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 MG Magnett will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Grande Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Grande Punto | 1960 MG Magnett | |
| Make | Fiat | MG |
| Model | Grande Punto | Magnett |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
